Gluten-Free Paneer Pakoda

Crispy, golden-brown, and irresistibly delicious, these Gluten-Free Paneer Pakodas are the perfect fusion of indulgence and dietary mindfulness. Made with cubed paneer coated in a spiced chickpea and rice flour batter, this snack is entirely gluten-free without compromising on flavor. Infused with fragrant carom seeds, garam masala, and a touch of heat from red chili powder, each bite packs a punch of Indian-inspired taste. Deep-fried to perfection, these pakodas boast a crunchy exterior with a soft, creamy paneer center. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for everything from party appetizers to rainy-day comfort food. Pair these irresistible fritters with mint or tamarind chutney for a mouthwatering treat that’s sure to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Paneer
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Carom seeds (Ajwain)
• 0.75 cup Water
• 500 milliliters Oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the paneer into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, baking soda, salt, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and carom seeds.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while stirring continuously, ensuring no lumps form, until a smooth batter is achieved. The batter should be thick enough to coat the paneer cubes.

Step 4

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Dip each paneer cube into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 6

Carefully drop the batter-coated paneer cubes into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 7

Fry the paneer pakodas until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per batch.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to remove the pakodas from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the gluten-free paneer pakodas hot, with chutney or sauce of your choice, such as mint chutney or tamarind sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1043.4 grams (1043.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5383

Total Fat 528.80g	678%
Saturated Fat 63.30g	317%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 173mg	57%
Sodium 3460mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 99.00g	36%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 19.40g
Protein 75.30g	151%

Vitamin D 7IU	34%
Calcium 1512mg	116%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1453mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.2%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 7.3%